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was more positive, saying of the EP "This collection is a solid batch of homemade melancholy pop, built around Dustin
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sound like scaled-back variations of themes explored to their fullest potential on the band's debut, which is odd considering how much more collaborative this record is Here, Payseur wrote the songs along with bassist John Peña, and it shows. On certain songs, the bassline provides much of the
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in 2010 to critical acclaim, Beach
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instrumental melody during the verses, which spreads things out a little, but oses some of
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noted the contributions from bass player John Peña are evident in the songwriting, comparing it to their eponymous debut album which was written entirely by Dustin
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received mixed to positive reviews from critics. Many noted the clear and brighter production as an improvement from their debut album's lo-fi, fuzzy sound.
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is the type of release that shows they're talented, but still have a little work to do fully capitalize on it."
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